There are many Archangels. In a previous article we discussed the principal Archangels that most people have more than likely heard of. The main reason that is given for there being two groups lies in the religious writings and where they are found. In the main, the principal Archangels are often or repeatedly discussed in the Bible, thus they are fully recognized by the Catholic Church. Many of the lesser angels are discussed in other religious writings, or get minor mentions in the Bible, giving them less credibility by some of the christian or Catholic religious leaders.

Following are some of the lesser known archangels.

Anael or Hanael: "Me, the God"
He is known as the Angel of Air, the Angel of intellectual activity, and wealth --both material and spiritual. He is listed as one of the seven angels of creation, he is also called one of the luminaries concerned with human sexuality. It is said that he has the power of curing stupidity in man.

Ariel: "Lion of God."
He is the Angel of the Earth and the Keeper of the Sacred Wisdom. Ariel is usually depicted as a serious-faced man of mature years with flowing silver hair and violet eyes. He wears a cloak of rainbow colors that flash and glow in his aura.

Cammuel: "He Who Sees God"
This Archangel became known by many names or variations of his name: Camuel, Kemuel, Shemuel Seraphiel, Camiel, Camiul, Khamael, Camniel, Cancel and Jahoe. Camuel is the Archangel of Divine Love and the Gatekeeper of Heaven. He is regarded as Chief of the Order of Powers. He is usually depicted as a warrior with large green wings, dressed in a red tunic with green armour plates, and an iron helmet.

Cassiel
Rules over The Tree of Life.

Chamuel: "He who sees God"
Chamuel is considered by some to be the angel who wrestled with Jacob and damaged Jacob's thigh. Beyond this, Chamuel is considered, along side of Gabriel, to be one of the angels who strengthened and comforted Jesus.

Jophiel: "Beauty of God"
One of the cherubim, Jophiel is accredited with being the angel to drive Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden after they eat the forbidden fruit.

Metatron
Metatron is the tallest of the Archangels and the twin brother of Archangel Sandalphon. He appears as an enormous being of brilliant White Light, and is the greatest of all the Heavenly Hierarchy He is Master of the Highest Power of Abundance, Chancellor of Heaven, and King of the Angels.

Raguel: "Friend of God"
One of the principalities, Raguel is given the dubious honor of watching over the good behavior of his fellow angels. Besides this vigilance, Raguel is also mentioned as being an angel of ice and snow, calling forth other angels during the Final Judgment to deal with the unpure.

Raziel: "Secret of God"
One of the cherubim, Raziel is the giver of divine mysteries as well as an angel of knowledge. The Angel of the Secret Regions and Supreme Mysteries It is he who lead to the writing of the book of Enoch and is also the author of the tome from which Noah learns to build the ark.

Remiel: (Ramiel, Jeremiel or Jeremeel) "Mercy of God", or "God Raises Up"
Remiel is the Lord of Souls awaiting resurrection, this Archangel is 'over those who rise' and bring souls to judgment. This is the Angel in charge of souls on their way to heaven. He is the Angel of Hope.

Sachiel
Rules over the Tree of Life and is identified as being over The Alchemical Metal Tin, and Paternal Wisdom

Samael
Also known as Sammael and Samil. It is generally taught that Samael resides in the Seventh Heaven, although he is declared to be the Chief Angel of the Fifth Heaven.

Sandalphon: "Brother"
Very tall and dressed in black. His robe is made of pure energy. He is the twin brother of Metatron. Sandalphon is the Master of Heavenly Song. His primary function is to act as a Guide.

Sariel: (Saraqael) "Command of God"
Working along side of Raguel, this seraph is given the role of deciding the fate of angels which stray from God's path. Sariel was also the Angel of Death. It was claimed that Sariel was a healer like Raphael, a Seraphim and the Prince of Presence. He is also credited as being an angel of knowledge.

Zadkiel (Zedkiel) also Tzadkiel, Satqiel, and Zachiel: "Righteousness of God"
Zadkiel is the Chief of Dominations. Belonging to the ranks of the dominations, and considered by some to be chief, Zadkiel is considered an angel of mercy.

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